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Sherman Reservoir State Rec Area Campground permits pets throughout its maintained camping areas near Ashton. Campers with dogs appreciate the clean grounds and lakeside access where leashed pets can enjoy water proximity. The park features RV sites with electric hookups, sewer connections, sanitary dump stations, and picnic tables for outdoor dining with pets. Trade Winds campground, located 3 miles east of Loup City, offers pet-friendly accommodations including cabins and RV sites with electricity. The sites are close together but shaded by trees, each equipped with picnic benches and fire rings. The grounds were kept clean despite the mosquitoes, which can be problematic for pets and owners alike.
Ravenna Lake State Recreation Area provides pet owners with a designated pet exercise area, making it convenient for dogs to stretch their legs during camping stays. Disc golf, fishing opportunities, and volleyball nets offer recreation while camping with pets. Hall County Park (George H Clayton Campground) features paved, level RV sites with electric hookups where pets are allowed, alongside spacious walking and biking trails ideal for dog exercise. The park's shaded tent camping area has soft grass, making it comfortable for pets. Many campers report the shower facilities are spotless, though pet owners should note the automatic gate closes at 8:30 PM, potentially limiting evening dog walks outside the grounds. Mormon Island State Recreation Area offers year-round pet-friendly camping with electric, water, and sewer hookups for RVs, as well as tent sites with boat access.
"Finding a camping spot with access to the lake is difficult. After driving around the lake, we found one, and it was an amazing spot! Clean outhouses. "
"They are Electric with water and dump close by. The week days are super quiet, and weekends are packed with campers. Off season there might be only 5 rvs. Lake access for boats and fishing."
from $15 - $30 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $22 - $80 / night
"There were a lot of people fishing and kayaking and a lot of dogs."
"The loup river is a short distance away and it is BEAUTIFUL."
"The pool is cool and tucked away in the back. The store sold single local beers and was open late. They were slinging hot pizza. We stayed in an air conditioned camping cabin."
"Two dog parks. Nice playground AND kids love the bounce pad. It's huge. Nice clean restrooms and showers. Very friendly staff."
from $30 / night
Check Availability"Family and pet friendly campground"
"very few campers on a Tuesday in Oct
- nice paths for an after dinner stroll with the dogs
- att cell service is good
- no internet
- easy acces from the Highway
- lots of Highway truck noise"
from $25 - $30 / night
Check Availability"Nice camp ground with helpful gate attendants, this Nebraska park represents the conundrum of many public campgrounds."
"There were about 8 sites empty in the grounds, and we were happily surprised by how peaceful and well spaced the camping spots were, many backing up to a lake."
from $15 - $30 / night
Check Availability"Though located on the North side of the Missouri River, this campground is considered to be in Nebraska. Run by the US Corp of Engineers, there are no state permits required."
"Cool campground with lots of playground equipment, easy access to walking and bike paths and right next to Stuhr Museum which is well worth a trip!"
"Beautiful park on the outskirts of town. I counted 20 concrete rv pads and numerous tent sites. Access to water and dump station with electricity at the site. $30 per night."
from $15 - $30 / night
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RangerVery nice campground. Plenty of room between sites. Nice little beach areas. Plenty of room to walk the dog. And the dog park is big enough for the dog to run & play in. Wi-Fi is excellent. Cell service too. Now you wonder why not a 5. Being right next to the  highway very bad road noise. Had to turn the fan on high to drown it out. Other than that, this is a great campground.
TravelerThis campground is set among the corn fields. The staff was super! The pool is cool and tucked away in the back. The store sold single local beers and was open late. They were slinging hot pizza. We stayed in an air conditioned camping cabin. Super close to the pool and bathrooms! 2 of the nicest fenced dog parks of any KOA. I would definitely stay there again if driving through.
GuideNice level spots. No sewer at some of the spots. Two dog parks. Nice playground AND kids love the bounce pad. It's huge. Nice clean restrooms and showers. Very friendly staff. Pizza for sale until 9:00 p.m. they will deliver ice and firewood to your site. A little on the expensive side at $88 with tax for a no sewer spot. Mosquitoes were BAD. Very close to the interstate but we didn't really notice the sound of traffic at all. Surrounded by nice peaceful cornfields.
LegendStopped here for one night headed east. Friendly staff, nice laundry and bathroom facilities that are handicapped accessible. Big dog park area for the pups. No fires here. Level concrete pads and you can move the picnic tables if needed. There are storm shelters available in the bathhouse.
GuideThis was a wonderful spot to visit during our trip across the country. The pet friendly cabin was a cozy air conditioned break from the August heat. The location is great and feels tucked away every though it isn't far from the highway. The staff were very helpful. I would definitely recommend!
ScoutFamily and pet friendly campground
TravelerThough located on the North side of the Missouri River, this campground is considered to be in Nebraska. Run by the US Corp of Engineers, there are no state permits required. We paid $16/night, but it’s possible that we could have gotten 50% off with our America the Beautiful pass. I just forgot to check and didn’t think to include the pass when registering.
The site was electric only and I don’t believe full hookups are a available at the campground. We snagged this site, in what is normally a fully booked campground, thanks to Campnab.
The site was paved and had an area covered with small rocks where the picnic table and fire pit were located. We had two trees at the north of our site that facilitated hanging the hammock with extended straps and also a tree on the west side of the site. The bath/shower house was a short walk (as was water access) and were very, very well kept and clean. Contractors live on site and clean several times a day. It was a great area for riding bikes and was very family and pet friendly.
TravelerThe only way to reserve a site is through camp spot and we have a little trouble with that because it did not let me pick my site number. We arrived Friday evening on Memorial weekend and it was crowded. The campsite is great on the pocketbook but you have to pay a $10 fee to lock in your site and I am so glad we did! There was only three other empty spots in the entire campground and they were all marked reserved when we got there. The campground was pretty busy We were a little disappointed in our site because it was very small and kind of sandwiched between two big campers so not a lot of privacy and not a lot of room. There were a lot of people fishing and kayaking and a lot of dogs. There are showers and bathrooms but they are up near the entrance to the campground although they did have porta potties near the campsites. Although the grounds were well maintained the grass was mowed there was volleyball net setup disc golf available a pet exercise area the fountain was beautiful and shady in most areas. We would probably return on a non-holiday weekend when it's not so busy.
GuideStopped for the night. Primitive camping at $10 per night. Must have State Park sticker as it is managed by NE Game and Parks. Has handicap restroom available and covered picnic tables. Little pond for fishing with a dock. Pets allowed, no fire pits onsite, no water or dumpsite. Can see interstate so expect traffic noise.
Camping near Ashton, Nebraska features a mix of reservoir-based recreation areas and river-adjacent sites across varied elevations from 2,000-2,400 feet. Summer temperatures typically range from 55-90°F with moderate humidity, creating conditions favorable for outdoor recreation from May through October. Winter camping requires preparation for freezing temperatures and occasional snowfall.
Fishing opportunities: Sherman Reservoir State Rec Area Campground offers access to a clean lake where anglers can catch various fish species. "This is primarily a reservoir and wildlife management area. Finding a camping spot with access to the lake is difficult. After driving around the lake, we found one, and it was an amazing spot!" notes D Marie S.
Disc golf courses: Ravenna Lake State Recreation Area provides an on-site disc golf course for campers seeking recreational activities. One visitor mentioned, "The Disc Golf course looked inviting, but the mosquitoes were horrendous and the Toilet disgusting." Plan accordingly with insect repellent if you want to play during summer months.
Scenic river access: North Loup State Rec Area connects campers to beautiful water features. "The loup river is a short distance away and it is BEAUTIFUL," shares Jessica L. The area includes two small ponds for fishing, though swimming isn't recommended in these particular water bodies.
Peaceful settings: North Loup State Rec Area receives praise for its quiet atmosphere. "Nice and quiet, small park with no extras...no running water, no playground equipment, no electricity. The grounds were kept up nicely and there is an outhouse for use," notes Jessica L.
Clean facilities: George H Clayton Campground maintains well-kept restrooms and grounds. "The bathrooms were clean. We never tried the showers. The price was cheap," reports Kimberly M. Another camper highlighted the "excellent shower with lots of hot water."
Spacious layouts: Many campers appreciate the breathing room at certain sites. At Hall County Park, "shady, tons of space between sites. Gracious, friendly, helpful hosts and caretakers. Plenty of places to walk and hike," according to Rachel. This contrasts with Trade Winds where sites are notably closer together.
Gate closing times: Hall County Park implements an automatic gate system that affects late arrivals or evening outings. "There's an automatic gate that closes at 20:30, after which I don't think you can get in to the park," notes Robert T. Plan your arrival and activities accordingly.
Seasonal challenges: Weather variations impact camping experiences throughout the year. At Fort Kearny State Recreation Area, seasonal conditions determine camping comfort. "We only stayed one night. Got in late and left early. Was very peaceful, quiet, lots of sites. I think it was in September. Would stay again!!!" shares Brad C.
Insect considerations: Multiple campgrounds report mosquito issues during warmer months. "The mosquitos were terrible. There's two small ponds for fishing, I wouldn't recommend swimming in them," warns Jessica L. about North Loup State Rec Area. Pack appropriate repellent for evening activities.
Playground access: Mormon Island State Recreation Area offers child-friendly amenities. "There is a playground for children, a fishing pier, biking, and nice trails to explore," mentions Shannon G. Multiple play areas provide activity options for younger campers.
Swimming options: Several locations feature designated swimming areas during summer. "Lake 7 has the swimming beach," notes Susan L. regarding Fort Kearny State Recreation Area, which has seven sandpit lakes total offering various recreation opportunities.
Noise considerations: Proximity to highways affects some campgrounds. "We were surprised how quite the sites were with it being so close to I80," reports Jared C. about Grand Island KOA. Meanwhile, at Mormon Island, "the traffic noise off I-80 was the only drawback, but the trees blocked the view," according to Kenny M.
Site sizing: Pay attention to length restrictions at various dog friendly campgrounds near Ashton. At Fort Kearny, "site 57 wouldn't accommodate anything longer than 26'. It was also right next to site 58, so it would be great for 2 families looking to camp together," advises Susan L.
Leveling challenges: Some campgrounds require additional preparation for uneven surfaces. "The site wasn't level due to erosion, which was pretty significant," notes Susan L. about Fort Kearny. Bring leveling blocks for potentially uneven sites.
Water access planning: Grand Island KOA provides varying hookup options for pet-friendly camping needs. "Clean spots and level pads. Registration was very easy. Nice overnighter," reports Pete M. Remember that at some locations like Fort Kearny, you'll "need to fill up prior to camping" as there's "electric h/u, but no water" at certain sites.
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